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How much do part time instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time instructor in Rancho Cordova, CA is $22.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.92 and $25.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a part time instructor?

A part-time instructor is an educator who teaches courses or leads classes on a less than full-time basis, often at colleges, universities, or vocational schools. They may be hired for a specific semester or course and typically do not carry the same administrative or research responsibilities as full-time faculty. Part-time instructors are often professionals in their fields who bring practical experience to the classroom. Their flexible schedules can accommodate other professional commitments or personal obligations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time instructor?

To thrive as a Part Time Instructor, you need subject matter expertise, teaching experience, and at least a bachelor's degree (often a master's or higher) in the relevant field. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) such as Canvas or Blackboard and digital presentation tools is typically required. Exceptional communication, organization, and adaptability help instructors engage diverse learners and manage varying schedules. These skills ensure effective knowledge transfer, student engagement, and adaptability to different classroom environments.

What are some common challenges faced by part time instructors and how can they be managed?

Part-time instructors often balance teaching with other professional or personal commitments, which can make time management a key challenge. They may also have limited access to campus resources or less involvement in departmental activities compared to full-time faculty. Building connections with students and colleagues within a compressed schedule can be difficult, but staying organized, proactively communicating with department staff, and utilizing available institutional support services can help manage these challenges effectively.

What is the difference between Part Time Instructor vs Adjunct Professor?

AspectPart Time InstructorAdjunct Professor
CredentialsTypically requires a relevant degree or professional experienceUsually requires a master's degree or higher in the subject area
Work EnvironmentOften teaches at community colleges, vocational schools, or training programsPrimarily teaches at colleges or universities
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, training centersHigher education institutions, universities
Workload & CompensationPart-time, variable hours, paid per course or hourPart-time, often contract-based, paid per course or semester

While both roles involve teaching on a part-time basis, Part Time Instructors typically work in a variety of educational settings and may have more flexible credentials, whereas Adjunct Professors usually hold advanced degrees and teach at higher education institutions. The choice depends on your qualifications and career goals in education.

How do I become a part-time instructor?

To become a part-time instructor, typically you need relevant educational qualifications, such as a degree or certification in the subject area, and prior experience or expertise. You should apply through the institution's hiring process, which may include submitting a resume, demonstrating subject knowledge, and sometimes completing an interview or teaching demonstration.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Instructor job openings in Rancho Cordova, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,047 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

Part Time - ESOL Instructor

Woodland, CA • On-site

Yuba Community College District
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 201 - 500 employees
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$1.3K - $2.3K/wk

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Part Time - ESOL Instructor
Location
Woodland Community College - Woodland, CA
Job Description
As one of two colleges in the District, Woodland Community College is located in Woodland, CA. The College is excited about its status as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and serves our local communities in Woodland, Esparto, and Knights Landing in Yolo County, Lake County, and Colusa County. The College serves over 3,000 unduplicated students annually in multiple associate and certificated programs.
WCC prides itself on an innovative, student-centered faculty and partnerships with school districts and four-year colleges in its service area. The small college setting provides an advantage for faculty and staff to adapt to new instructional methods and processes and to foster strong interdisciplinary collaborations that benefit students. We are seeking a creative, innovative, and collaborative instructor to work to develop programs and services in ESL instruction that will serve our community.
Under the direction of the Woodland Community College Dean of Arts & Sciences, the successful candidate will teach ESOL courses to include reading, writing, grammar, conversation, listening and speaking. The candidate will facilitate ESOL program development implementation. Facilitation and teaching assignments may include days, evenings, and weekends. Responsible for working with existing K-12 Adult Education and other multiple county-based stakeholders, as well as the College Adult Education (AEBG) program stakeholders.
Essential Duties Summary
  • Organize and teach ESOL courses to include reading, writing, grammar, conversation, listening, and speaking;
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, religious, cultural, ability, ethnic and sexual orientation backgrounds of community college students, staff, and faculty;
  • Maintain accurate attendance, scholastic, and student records, submit them according to published deadlines, and certify as to their accuracy;
  • Comply with all institutional policies and procedures;
  • Maintain currency and depth of knowledge in assigned areas of responsibility;
  • Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
  • Participate in department, division, and college-wide initiatives and committees;
  • Participate in college participatory governance process;
  • Work effectively and professionally with colleagues and members of the college community.

Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate, by the final filing date, must possess the minimum qualifications for instructors in English at California Community Colleges: (All degrees and units used to satisfy minimum qualifications must be from accredited institutions.)
  • Master's in TESL, TESOL, applied linguistics with a TESL emphasis, linguistics with a TESL emphasis, English with a TESL emphasis, or education with a TESL emphasis OR
  • Bachelor's in TESL, TESOL, English with a TESL certificate, linguistics with a TESL certificate, applied linguistics with a TESL certificate, or any foreign language with a TESL certificate AND Master's in linguistics, applied linguistics, English, composition, bilingual/bicultural studies, reading speech, or any foreign language OR
  • Possess a California Community College life credential in the subject matter area of English.
  • The equivalent OR
    • EQUIVALENCY REQUIREMENT: All applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications specified by the Yuba Community College District (YCCD) by the application filing date. Alternatively, applicants must have obtained an equivalency determination from the District before the publication of the Recruitment Announcement. This ensures that candidates either meet the standard qualifications or have received official recognition of their equivalent qualifications. Please click here for equivalency application.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications
  • Bilingual competence in Spanish and English;
  • Knowledge of current issues and educational trends in teaching ESOL and/or Basic Skills in a community college setting;
  • Academic preparation and/or experience in teaching reading, writing, listening, and speaking in ESOL courses;
  • Knowledge of diagnostic and classroom assessment practices and their applications;
  • Ability to make effective teaching presentations using appropriate and current pedagogies and methodologies;
  • Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of community colleges and the responsibilities of its faculty in realizing this mission;
  • Academic preparation and experience in teaching ESOL to adult students.

Physical Demands
Range/Step
Class I - VII (Based on degree and teaching experience).
Salary Range
Steps 1: $1,377.25 - Step 10: $2,306.66 per unit.
Benefits Information
PART-TIME (less than .60 FTE): Part-time positions less than .60 FTE are not entitled to any District paid fringe benefits.
YCAFT Salary Schedule
2024-2027 YC AFT Contract
EEO Statement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.
The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Board Policies
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Commitment to Diversity
Posting Detail Information
Internal vs. External
External
Posting Number
AS623P
Open Date
Close Date
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
The Yuba Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Part-time instructor positions are filled as needed through ongoing recruitment. Applicants are contacted and hired year-round based on college needs. This pool is open continuously and refreshed every two years.
Applicants in this pool will remain active for two years. After two years applicants will receive an email with information on how to remain in the pool.
Important Instructions:
  • To apply for this position, interested candidates are required to complete an online application, including submission of a Resume, Letter of Interest, EEO/Diversity Statement and Unofficial Transcripts through the People Admin application portal.
  • FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Click HERE for a list of acceptable agencies providing foreign transcript services.
  • It is important to note that the District retains the right to extend time limits or initiate the recruitment/selection process anew at any stage.
  • Education Code §87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he/she/they is free of active tuberculosis.
  • As a condition of employment, the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints to the local police department. The fees charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility.
  • Fingerprint clearance must be received prior to the employee's first day on the job.

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